1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 189 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 456M | Xterra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |